Archive - 14 July 2023

PLS Plantations and Agrofresh to Develop Malaysia's Largest Banana Plantation

PLS Plantations and Agrofresh to Develop Malaysia's Largest Banana Plantation

This collaboration is a testament to Agrofresh’s expertise in banana plantation and PLS Plantation's vision of agricultural growth.
Saifuddin: Silence on Sanusi's 'royal insult' not an option for PAS

Saifuddin: Silence on Sanusi's 'royal insult' not an option for PAS

He says party must make a stand on the alleged insult against the Selangor ruler.
PDP-PSB MOU does not involve GPS - Abang Johari

PDP-PSB MOU does not involve GPS - Abang Johari

Sarawak premier says coalition will discuss cooperation between the two parties.
Budget 2024 : MOF to hold physical, online engagement sessions

Budget 2024 : MOF to hold physical, online engagement sessions

This is to obtain input for budget tabling, says Ahmad Maslan.
PSM picks Maths prof for Dengkil seat

PSM picks Maths prof for Dengkil seat

Party sec-gen announces the second candidate for upcoming polls.
Penang Umno to contest six seats

Penang Umno to contest six seats

State chief hopeful of contesting another one or two more constituencies.
HRD Corp Cares Programme: Empowering Communities Across the Nation

HRD Corp Cares Programme: Empowering Communities Across the Nation

HRD Corp also distributed 150 food baskets to individuals and families in need, demonstrating their commitment to uplifting lives and empowering communities.
State polls: Amanah to contest three seats in N Sembilan

State polls: Amanah to contest three seats in N Sembilan

The names of the candidates to be announced later.
S'gor govt pledges to facilitate Tesla's entry

S'gor govt pledges to facilitate Tesla's entry

MB Amirudin says EV giant's presence will show investor confidence.
Chow says naming him as Penang CM candidate has ended speculation

Chow says naming him as Penang CM candidate has ended speculation

Important thing now is to win in the polls, adds caretaker CM.
MACC nabs seven customs agents over luxury car duties syndicate

MACC nabs seven customs agents over luxury car duties syndicate

Commission says the loss involved RM33 million in customs tax.
S'gor Royal Council member lodges police report against Sanusi

S'gor Royal Council member lodges police report against Sanusi

Report claims caretaker Kedah MB belittled the roles of royal institution.
Sanusi's brother says sprawling bungalow only worth RM1m

Sanusi's brother says sprawling bungalow only worth RM1m

Shabudin says claims of otherwise are political attacks against his MB brother.
PM: RM800 allowance for interns in govt, GLCs

PM: RM800 allowance for interns in govt, GLCs

UPDATED 6.32PM | Anwar says a Form Six student suggested it.
'He didn't mean it,' PAS MP says sorry if Hadi's remark caused hurt

'He didn't mean it,' PAS MP says sorry if Hadi's remark caused hurt

Dr Halimah Ali believes Hadi was stating facts about non-Malay citizenship.

Cops record statements from Sanusi, Hadi, Guan Eng on 3R

Cops record statements from Sanusi, Hadi, Guan Eng on 3R

Investigation papers involving three politicians are being completed, says IGP.
LETTER | Let's rally together to protect Tioman Island's ecological paradise

LETTER | Let's rally together to protect Tioman Island's ecological paradise

The proposed Tioman International Airport will destroy the island's pristine landscape.
From small town to Harvard: Muar lad’s journey of triumph

From small town to Harvard: Muar lad’s journey of triumph

Thenesh offered a chance to further his interest in international trade law.
Women performing 'Superman' stunt while riding nabbed

Women performing 'Superman' stunt while riding nabbed

The motorcyclists were riding on the North-South Expressway. 
Woman receives jail time for splashing acid on Pakistani man

Woman receives jail time for splashing acid on Pakistani man

Magistrate Court slaps her with 12 months imprisonment. 
Health advocates concerned as vape billboards go up in S'gor

Health advocates concerned as vape billboards go up in S'gor

They say it shows the industry cannot be trusted to self-regulate.
New rate for green electricity tariff set at 21.8 sen per kWh

New rate for green electricity tariff set at 21.8 sen per kWh

This will come into effect from Aug 1.
Cops offering Merdeka special traffic summons discount

Cops offering Merdeka special traffic summons discount

However, it comes with several conditions. 
More reports lodged against Sanusi, reprimanded by spiritual leader

More reports lodged against Sanusi, reprimanded by spiritual leader

PAS spiritual leader Hashim admits Sanusi can be 'blunt' in his speeches.
PM's aide: Foundation funds not used for Jaguar on loan to Anwar

PM's aide: Foundation funds not used for Jaguar on loan to Anwar

PM paid insurance, road tax, and maintenance using his own money - Farhan.
Elon Musk agrees to set up Tesla Inc HQ in Cyberjaya : PM

Elon Musk agrees to set up Tesla Inc HQ in Cyberjaya : PM

Anwar says company's entry into Malaysia will drive country's EV ecosystem.
Minister: Govt to draft policy on rare earth mining

Minister: Govt to draft policy on rare earth mining

It will cover standard operating procedures from upstream to downstream - Nik Nazmi. 
Nik Nazmi: Tioman a 'crucial' marine site, will comb through airport EIA

Nik Nazmi: Tioman a 'crucial' marine site, will comb through airport EIA

UPDATED 1.24PM | Minister will withhold comment on the matter until then.
Caretaker MB: 'Big no' to PJD Link if project resembles scrapped Kidex

Caretaker MB: 'Big no' to PJD Link if project resembles scrapped Kidex

Company promised to address issues raised in cancelled project, says Amirudin.
PDPD probing crowdsourcing firm over 'data leak'

PDPD probing crowdsourcing firm over 'data leak'

The company runs a crowdfunding platform known as Misi Rakyat. 
LETTER | There is a proven path to end AIDS … are we on it?

LETTER | There is a proven path to end AIDS … are we on it?

Governments must do more to end AIDS, and M’sia is doing well. 
LETTER | So, what's the plan, Madani government?

LETTER | So, what's the plan, Madani government?

Urgent measures needed to lift Malaysia out of economic doldrums.
Sept 7 hearing of Bersatu challenge against account seizure

Sept 7 hearing of Bersatu challenge against account seizure

Judge Ahmad Kamal is set to hear the case. 
Harapan makes way for Umno at 'one or two' S'gor seats - Amirudin

Harapan makes way for Umno at 'one or two' S'gor seats - Amirudin

Caretaker Selangor MB says this was done 'in the spirit of unity'.
Bioeconomy Corp appoints ex-deputy health minister as new chairperson

Bioeconomy Corp appoints ex-deputy health minister as new chairperson

‘Lee Boon Chye’s appointment took effect on July 11.'
COMMENT | Selangor battle: ‘Loyal’ Amirudin versus ‘traitor’ Azmin

COMMENT | Selangor battle: ‘Loyal’ Amirudin versus ‘traitor’ Azmin

It’s not really a difficult choice to make for Selangorians. 
COMMENT | Do you think Malays not affected by religious extremism?

COMMENT | Do you think Malays not affected by religious extremism?

Govt needs to start new secularism narrative instead of making excuses.
'RM100m injection for enforcement agencies will raise morale'

'RM100m injection for enforcement agencies will raise morale'

Agency chiefs laud the allocation announced by the PM.
LETTER | The need for sustainable manufacturing in M'sia

LETTER | The need for sustainable manufacturing in M'sia

Production and consumption can be improved with sustainable practices.
DAP endorses Chow as CM candidate, wants exco shake-up

DAP endorses Chow as CM candidate, wants exco shake-up

PM has approved the decision, says its sec-gen.
Leave cops out of Kajang house, luxury cars complaint -  Anwar told

Leave cops out of Kajang house, luxury cars complaint - Anwar told

PM should file defamation suit if reputation is tarnished, Bersatu leader says. 
LETTER | Human rights is about respecting spirituality too

LETTER | Human rights is about respecting spirituality too

Sacredness of human dignity has its roots in religion and spirituality.
Sept 7 hearing of Bung, wife’s bid in RM2.8m corruption case

Sept 7 hearing of Bung, wife’s bid in RM2.8m corruption case

Judge orders defence team to file submissions by Aug 4.
COMMENT | Another cog in Jho Low's wheel falls off

COMMENT | Another cog in Jho Low's wheel falls off

Jasmine Loo returns after spending 5 years on the run.
‘Standing Order on earthquake management must be updated regularly’

‘Standing Order on earthquake management must be updated regularly’

This is to ensure country is prepared for any eventuality – minister. 
COMMENT | Franco-M'sian partnership: Building a better future together

COMMENT | Franco-M'sian partnership: Building a better future together

In a world grappling with pressing challenges, we must deepen bilateral cooperation. 
State polls: Shun money politics, Dr M tells voters

State polls: Shun money politics, Dr M tells voters

Exercise voting rights responsibly and don't succumb to corruption, he says. 
Certain quarters taking politics ban in mosques, surau lightly - Jais

Certain quarters taking politics ban in mosques, surau lightly - Jais

Selangor Islamic authority says politicians are still being allowed to use premises.
YOURSAY | PM using bombastic words to mislead moderates

YOURSAY | PM using bombastic words to mislead moderates

‘It hoodwinks us into believing extremism wouldn’t take place.'
Associate nabbed, Jho Low next?

Associate nabbed, Jho Low next?

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